for "cbs this morning," i'm jim axelrod in new york. >> you know, i'd seen a lot of his movies. i didn't know all of these details, but reading about the life that he lived, i was blown -- it is extraordinary the life that he lived. rest in peace, charles durning. just amazing. >> an extraordinary example of an american who did so many things for this country. >> and also probably played the best character actor role in carcer actor role in "tootie" that i've ever seen in my life. >> incredible. >> one of my favorites. >> may he rest in peace. time for your local weather. >>> the supreme court made big news in 2012. and so did jerry sandusky and john ed we'll take a look back at the legal cases that had the biggest impact this year. ahead on "cbs this morning." ♪ ♪ aww man. [ male announcer ] returns are easy with free pickup from the u.s. postal service. we'll even drop off boxes if you need them. visit usps.com pay, print and have it picked up for free. any time of year. ♪ ♪ nice sweater. thank you. ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ [ male announcer ] every time you say no to a cigarett